Opening a VC2 File

The VC2 file type is primarily associated with Vericut.

VC2	File extension: VC2
	File type:	data file

What is a VC2 file?

VC2 files mostly belong to Vericut. VC2 files are not a single file type but a group of specialized data files used in different applications.

Video Capture / Toolpath Optimization: Some VC2 files store data used in toolpath optimization. They are created for simulation systems, such as those linked with Vericut, to verify machining or cutting tool paths.
Visual Chart / Genealogy: Other VC2 files work as visual charts. They are used by genealogy software like Family Tree Maker and may be known as a Brother's Keeper genealogy file. More details can be found at this webpage.
CAD Drawing: A third group of VC2 files holds CAD drawing data. They are produced by programs such as CADD-PRO to store computer-aided design information.

Each variant houses structured data that is processed by its corresponding application. To open a VC2 file, you must use the software that originally created it; for toolpath work, simulation software like Vericut is used, for genealogy, a Family Tree Maker variant is needed, and for design, a CAD viewer or CADD-PRO is appropriate.
Understanding VC2: Despite sharing the same extension, these files are internally very different. They often use proprietary data structures, meaning they must be handled with the proper application to ensure correct interpretation.

How to open VC2 files

You need a suitable software like Vericut to open a VC2 file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your VC2 file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a VC2 file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert VC2 files:

Vericut
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. VC2 files are often referred to as Vericut data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
The Master Genealogist (Genealogy Chart) by Wholly Genes, Inc.
The Master Genealogist (or TMG) is a family history project manager. A genealogy charting add-on called Visual Chartform 2.0 uses the VC2 format. Earlier versions used VCH but there is no direct way to convert VCH files to VC2 format. If both old and new versions are running you can open a VCH file, select all and then copy to the Windows clipboard. Then, in the new version and on a blank chart, use paste and make whatever modifications are necessary. This file format is classified as Graphic.
Virtual Coin Cabinet (II Data Storage File) by Data ex Machina
Coin collection and inventory software. Virtual Coin Cabinet II is a publicly distributed FileMaker Pro runtime file system which substitutes VC2 for FileMaker's default USR extension. This file format is classified as Database.

VC2 format details:

Every file has a defined file format, i.e. how the data is arranged in the file. The file format can be deduced from the file extension and the signature. If the file extension or signature does not match the file format, errors will occur when opening or editing the file. Knowledge is power - this also applies when dealing with unknown or faulty files. Our examination of the VC2 files comes to the following conclusion:

The VC2 file extension is rarely used and is used by different programs with different formats. The following file formats are most commonly found in VC2 files:

35% of all VC2 files use the same file format, which have the signature 08 08. These files are binary files, so they do not contain text, but only cryptic characters. The files are on average 280 KB in size and range from 71 KB to 1 MB. The file type is relatively new.
15% of all VC2 files start with the bytes 02 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 crucial for this file format. These are binary files, so they do not contain words or text. The files are often between 120 KB and 7 MB in size. Several words can almost always be found in the files, e.g. CODBoolPr, CODDWordProperty and CODEditProperties. Files like these are about descendants and ancestors, and include person-related information.

The remaining 50% of all VC2 files are files with no common format, often e.g. CADD. Files like these are sometimes linked to project. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your VC2 file!

Technical Data for VC2 File Extension

File classification:

Data

Related files:

vc1, vc3, cad, ftm, gtc, vcf, v2c, wav, zip, txt, ch1, ch3, xlc, dxf, dwg

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: Vcf.Document
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\THEMAS~1\vcf.exe /dde

a vc2 data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with VC2 files

Associate the VC2 file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open data files. Because only the current version supports the latest VC2 file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Vericut update.
To make sure that your VC2 file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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